"True stories of English, French, and Dutch privateers who attacked ships along the Spanish Main, Spain's territory on the northern coast of South America"--Provided by publisher.

Exploring the lives of the infamous pirates of the Indian Ocean, this exciting title takes an in-depth look at their swashbuckling adventures on the high seas. Old-world design and photographs will engage children to learn about their daily lives, ships, what their flags meant, and how they communicated. Features: retro design to captivate children; WANTED Profiles for each pirate; and, fascinating facts, written and checked by experts.

"True stories of the golden age of Muslim pirates off the Barbary coast of Africa, from 1500 to 1650, including the Barbarossa Brothers and others"--Provided by publisher.

"True stories of the golden age of piracy in the Caribbean Sea, from 1690 to 1730, including Blackbeard (Edward Teach) and others"--Provided by publisher.